Community Questions - MR. TOM

Introductory community questions with Ishan Yadav also known as MR. TOM, the newest addition to the TOWCB Social Media Team!

Tell us a little bit about yourself

My name is Ishan Yadav, though most people in the community know me as Mr. Tom. I’m from India and I completed my Bachelor of Technology in Information Technology in 2023. Since then, I’ve been actively improving my skill set through courses in Power BI, Machine Learning, and Full Stack Web Development, with the goal of building a strong professional career. Alongside my technical background, I have a deep creative side. I love graphic design, drawing characters, and video editing. Creating visual content genuinely makes me happy, and whenever I design a graphic for TOWCB, I feel immense joy and pride in contributing creatively.

Do you have a favourite piece of content from TOWCB?

Rally the Creed is my favourite. I also love reading the articles written by the incredibly talented team, the musical elements, and the interviews with well known guests. The passion behind this content really stands out.

What are your hopes and expectations for the future of Assassin’s Creed?

My expectations are very high, especially after Ubisoft brought back key figures like Jean Guesdon and other original creators from the era when Assassin’s Creed was at its peak. With the new studio structure and Vantage Studios, I’m excited to see where the franchise goes. I hope for strong, story driven games, deep narratives, and high-quality motion capture that truly elevates emotional storytelling.

Any Assassin’s Creed games you have been playing recently, and which one are you playing next?

Recently, I’ve been playing Assassin’s Creed III and Liberation. Next, I plan to dive back into Assassin’s Creed Black Flag.

Which Assassin’s Creed game is your favourite and why?

The Ezio Trilogy. No other protagonist in the franchise received a full trilogy, and Ezio’s journey felt complete and perfectly written. The modern day story with Desmond during that era was also incredibly strong and memorable.

Have you visited any locations from across the games in real life?

Not yet, but it’s a dream of mine to visit Egypt. Since childhood, I’ve been fascinated by tomb excavations, ancient mysteries, and Egyptian history. I consider myself a history enthusiast, especially when it comes to ancient civilizations, and I hope to visit Egypt someday.

Have you attended any events related to the Assassin’s Creed community?

I haven’t attended any in-person events yet. Compared to the US and UK, India doesn’t have many Assassin’s Creed focused events, but I hope that changes in the future.

Do you have a favourite Assassin’s Creed community moment / story you would like to share?

One of the most unforgettable moments of my life was winning the Assassin’s Creed Shadows Lexip bundle worth €300. I still remember waking up, seeing a message from a verified Assassin’s Creed account, and literally falling off my bed in shock and excitement. It was surreal.

What would be your dream setting and location for a future AC instalment?

Ancient India. The country has an enormous wealth of recorded history from the Maurya and Gupta Empires to the Cholas, followed by invasions, the Mughal era, and British rule. The sheer number of kingdoms, conflicts, philosophies, and stories makes India a perfect setting for Assassin’s Creed. I truly believe Ubisoft could create something extraordinary there.

What would you say is your most significant AC community achievement to date?

The love and recognition I’ve received from the Assassin’s Creed community. I’ve won an official Ubisoft giveaway, had my artwork shared by The Flight (composers for Assassin’s Creed Odyssey and Shadows OSTs), received a personal invitation to join the TOWCB team, and had the opportunity to design a variant of the TOWCB logo. Knowing that my design may be printed on official merchandise was a moment of real pride for me.

What are your favourite things about the AC community and your part in it?

The Assassin’s Creed community is one of the most passionate and welcoming gaming communities I’ve seen. The bonds I’ve built on social media mean a lot to me, and contributing creatively feels incredibly rewarding.

Do you collect AC merchandise? If so, what is your favourite item?

Yes, my favourite item is the Assassin’s Creed Shadows Lexip bundle I won, as it holds deep personal meaning. I still haven’t bought any merchandise, it's one of many things on my bucketlist which I wanna complete it in future 

Where can our followers find you online?

I’m most active on X (@MrTom0fCreed). I’ve also recently created accounts on Instagram, Facebook as well as Threads where people can follow my work and community posts.